Key Takeaways
- Kyle Roszell, a 22-year-old mechanical engineering student from Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away on April 20, 2025, after sustaining a serious head injury in a tragic accident.
- Known for his adventurous spirit and mechanical talents, Kyle had a unique ability to make everyone feel included.
- Following his passing, Kyle’s tissues were donated to help over 50 individuals, and 47 friends lined the ICU hallway during his “Honor Walk,” honoring his final moments.
Grand Junction, Colorado’s community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Kyle Roszell, a vibrant and adventurous 22-year-old whose spirit touched everyone around him.
Following a tragic accident on March 27th, Kyle suffered a serious head injury that left him hospitalized in the ICU at Grand Junction.
Despite the tireless efforts of medical teams, two surgeries, and an overwhelming outpouring of prayers and support from family and friends, Kyle sadly passed away on April 20, 2025.
A Life Of Adventure And Inclusion
Kyle’s life was a shining example of living every moment to its fullest.
A talented Mechanical Engineering student at Colorado Mesa University, Kyle was just six weeks away from graduating and was eagerly anticipating a new chapter of life.
He was about to start a job with an offshore energy company in Houston and a month-long trip to Europe with family and friends.
Outside of academics, Kyle was a true adventurer.
He rode dirt bikes and mountain bikes across western Colorado and eastern Utah, skied and snowmobiled the Grand Mesa, and spent countless hours on the Colorado River with his old-school stand-up jet ski.
His passion for tinkering with old trucks reflected his love for all things mechanical and hands-on.
But Kyle had a rare gift beyond his adventurous spirit — he made people feel included.
Via GoFundMe
Friends have shared countless stories about how Kyle approached strangers, invited them to join in adventures, and ensured everyone felt welcome.
His generosity of spirit built a wide, loving circle of friends that became like family.
A Community’s Love And Final Goodbye
In the days following Kyle’s accident, the Grand Junction community rallied around him and his family.
A GoFundMe organized by a close family friend, Mark Radlauer, provided crucial support for medical expenses and lodging during Kyle’s hospitalization.
Kyle’s mother, Pamela Roszell, expressed profound gratitude for the outpouring of love, sharing that even if any funds remain, they will be donated to help other families in need.
After over two agonizing weeks in the ICU and heartbreaking medical consultations, Kyle’s family made the courageous decision to remove life support and donate his tissues to help more than 50 individuals.
Though his organs couldn’t be donated due to timing, Kyle’s gift continues to ripple out into the world, making a lasting difference.
During Kyle’s “Honor Walk” — a moving ceremony held at the hospital before his final surgery—47 friends lined the ICU hallway to honor him.
Kyle passed peacefully, surrounded by his family.
